Whether you have a concern about your working conditions, an issue with your pay, or a complaint about management, having a grievance in the workplace that you need to address with your employer can sometimes appear to be a daunting process. If you are involved in a grievance procedure and are unsure of the process, allow Fairmont to guide you and help you achieve the best possible outcome.
In essence, if you make a formal complaint to your employer, it would begin grievance proceedings. These processes enable workplace disputes to be dealt with efficiently and fairly. Employees have the right to raise a grievance at any time of their tenure and employers must follow a constructive grievance procedure to ensure fair treatment of all employees.
If raising a workplace dispute, you may be encouraged to resolve the matter internally before escalating it to HR. Should the grievance remain unresolved, the next processes would be as follows:
Write a letter detailing the issues and supply as much information as possible.
The employer will gather evidence and conduct a thorough investigation of the claims brought forward.
An in-person hearing will be arranged allowing you to explain your grievance, provide evidence, and inform your employer of your desired outcome.
The employer will send you a written decision, informing you of how they propose to resolve the grievance.
Employees have a right to appeal the outcome if they are not satisfied with it.
If you believe your employer has not conducted the grievance procedure fairly, contact our employment law specialists today for expert guidance and representation.
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